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BAY CITY vs. AMES
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Cost of Living Calculator - Bay City, Texas vs Ames, Iowa
The cost of living in Ames, Iowa is
13.6%
more expensive
than Bay City, Texas.
You would need a salary of
$85,189
in Ames, Iowa to maintain the standard of living you have in Bay City, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Ames, Iowa is
more expensive
than Bay City, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
27% more expensive in Ames
than in Bay City, Texas
Bay City, TX vs Ames, IA
Compared to Bay City, Ames is:
Homeowner
No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
13.6% higher
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Food
2.0% higher
Housing (Homeowner)
23.5% higher
Housing (Rent)
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Median Home Cost
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Utilities
5.6% higher
Commute
6.4% lower
Health
14.6% higher
Taxes
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Personal
2.5% lower
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